Anterior Approach to Hip Replacement Surgery
“Hip surgery with less pain and a faster recovery? Sign me up!” That’s the response that surgeons across the country are hearing. And it only increases as patients begin learning about the anterior approach to hip replacement surgery. “I definitely think that patients should be excited about this option because there is less pain in … read more
Labral Tears – Repair vs Reconstruction
Dr. Michael Ellman is a sports medicine specialist at Panorama who specializes in hip arthroscopy and repairing labral tears in the hip. He prides himself on his conservative approach to performing arthroscopic labral repairs to address hip pain. A patient with a torn labrum can typically obtain pain relief through either a repair or a … read more
The 5 Most Important Considerations When Choosing a Joint Replacement Surgeon
You’re a savvy consumer. And you know that choosing the right joint replacement surgeon for your knee, hip or shoulder replacement is one of the most important healthcare decisions you’ll make. Here are five things to keep in mind as you make your selection. Is the Surgeon specifically specialized in Joint Replacement? Is your … read more
OrthoColorado Hospital is Ranked #1 – The Best Hospital in Colorado for Joint Replacement
In the October 24 edition of Becker’s Hospital Review – the leading publication for healthcare industry leaders, they released the CareChex list of best hospitals for joint replacement surgery. OrthoColorado, Panorama’s physician-owned Hospital, was listed as the number one hospital for joint replacement in the state of Colorado! CareChex, a divison of Quantros, is known … read more
Questions and Answers About Same-Day Joint Replacement
If you have a sore, stiff, arthritic and worn out joint, going in to the hospital or surgery center in the morning and leaving later that day with new joint sounds like a great way to get on the road to recovery quickly. With today’s joint replacement techniques and pain control, it’s possible. Patients are … read more